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Apple Bacon and Cheddar Grilled Cheese Recipe

Apple Bacon and Cheddar Grilled Cheese Recipe
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A deliciously savory and sweet Apple Bacon and Cheddar Grilled Cheese sandwich that combines crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, melted mozzarella, and thinly sliced Fuji apples on sourdough bread, enhanced with a tangy dijon mayo spread and fresh herbs for a gourmet twist on a classic comfort food.

Ingredients

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Spread

  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tbsp Mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp Everything But The Bagel seasoning
  • 1 tsp Honey
  • 3 leaves Fresh Sage, chopped
  • Pinch of Salt

Sandwich

  • 6–8 slices Bacon
  • 1 Fuji Apple, sliced thinly
  • 1/2 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
  • 3–4 sprigs Fresh Thyme
  • 4 tbsp Salted Butter
  • 4 slices Sourdough Bread

Instructions

  1. Cook Bacon: Preheat the oven to 375 °F. Arrange bacon slices on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove bacon and increase oven temperature to 400 °F.
  2. Prepare Spread: In a small bowl, combine dijon mustard, mayonnaise, everything but the bagel seasoning, honey, freshly chopped sage leaves, and a pinch of salt. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  3. Assemble Sandwich: Spread about 1 tablespoon of the dijon mixture onto two slices of sourdough bread. Evenly sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the spread. Layer 3-4 slices of cooked bacon and 5-6 thin apple slices on top of the cheese. Sprinkle 1-2 thyme leaves on each sandwich. Press the sandwiches together and place them in an oven-safe skillet or frying pan. Dot 1 tablespoon of butter on top of each sandwich and add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan.
  4. Bake Sandwich: Place the pan with the sandwiches into the preheated 400 °F oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and the bread starts to toast.
  5. Pan-Fry for Crispiness: Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer it to the stovetop over medium-high heat. Add additional butter to the pan as needed and cook each side of the sandwich for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove from heat and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use Fuji apples for a sweet and crisp flavor; Granny Smith apples can be used for a tart twist.
  • Ensure bacon is cooked until crispy to add texture and prevent sogginess in sandwich.
  • Feel free to adjust cheese quantities to your taste preference.
  • Fresh thyme and sage add an aromatic herbal element; dried herbs can substitute but use sparingly.
  • Use an oven-safe skillet to easily transition from oven to stovetop without transferring sandwiches.
  • Butter helps to achieve a golden crust; do not skip for best texture.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit bacon and add extra cheese or substitute with smoked tempeh.

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Keywords: grilled cheese, bacon sandwich, apple grilled cheese, cheddar cheese sandwich, autumn sandwich, comfort food, baked sandwich

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